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[texsun]

Each time I start my 96 Larson 3.0 I/O Volvo/Penta I have to snap the neutral button and move the throttle just a little forward - and it starts right up. I always have told myself it must be normal as the engine is carbed and not fuel injected. Idle speed is good and it idles fine - but it needs that little throttle to start. Is this normal?<br /><br />Glad to have Don S back on board.<br /><br />Mark

 

[Bondo]

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Ayuh,.................<br /><br />On My boat,....<br />I use the neutral throttle over-ride,+ Pump it to WOT Twice, And set it just above Idle,+ Hit the Key........<br />Then readjust after it Starts.........<br /><br />It takes a stroke of the throttle to Set the Choke on a Carbed motor...........

 

[texsun]

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Is that at cold start or at all starts? I do what you describe at cold start and it starts right up. But at normal operating temps I always have to give it a little throttle to start. It's kinda like you used to do on the carbed cars - give the accelerator a tap and it cranked right up. Not a too big of an issue but the truth is I was wondering if this could also be the cause of the engine not wanting to start at all in cold temps?<br /><br />Thanks Again,<br /><br />Mark

 

[cosander]

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carb start instruction <br />look for the carb start video you have to register to see the videos but its free

 

[Richard Petersen]

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The slight above neutral throttle setting is normal with age. 2 reasons. Carbon build up in everything now needs just a bit more to start. Or cables have stretched or loosened and need readjustment. Do a Sea Foam engine cleaner job on it. From auto parts store, FIRST. Then a cable adjust, IF needed.

 

[texsun]

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Thanks for the help! Seems like my 3.0 is just fine. Went to Lake Whitney yesterday. Boat ran Great. Pulled the kids around. I took a couple of pictures that I hope to post soon.<br /><br />I always appreciate this forum!!<br /><br />Thanks Again,<br /><br />Mark